Honda 2000 Generator

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (CaptNorm42) — Sun, 27 Feb 2005 22:06:15 GMT

I also was concerned of these fumes. I've used this generator for 3 seasons, always runing the generator as far forward as possible, keeping that hatch open much of the time. I have not detected any problems, nor has my electronic carbon monixide detector, located to the starboard of the pullman.

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Norm Perron, Hull #600/2 cabin, Aphrodisiac, Marina del Rey, CA

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (rads1) — Sun, 27 Feb 2005 09:53:46 GMT

Not much has been mentioned on this thread about the potential hazards from carbon monoxide fumes from the generator running on deck. Carbon monoxide travels along the surface and can enter the cabin. I would appreciate hearing about this from anyone using this generator.
Thanks
Mark
S/V Merlin

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (downwinddrifter) — Tue, 15 Feb 2005 18:41:45 GMT

I have a Honda 2000 to charge batteries and when running high draw items.

To heat water, I put in a furnace and get hot water (steam) in less then 5 minutes. Keeps boat very warm in winter and has by-pass for summer use.

Turn it on during shower and off when done with shower/dishes.

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (jbmason) — Wed, 01 Sep 2004 06:55:18 GMT

Norm,
Is it as simple as running a (short) 30amp to the AC plug and starting the generator to create AC and battery charging? or is there more voodoo and wiring?

jb

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (jbmason) — Tue, 31 Aug 2004 19:32:24 GMT

Thanks for the input Norm. The unit I am looking at is the EU1000is and is specified as wt. of 27.9 pounds with 47-57 db. But I do not think that there is any price advantage that I have discovered so far. Apples to apples and price to price, my preference would be the Honda product. The little Honda 2 hp outboard that I have seems to be an excellent product. I assume that the EU1000 would be equally a quality product.

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (CaptNorm42) — Tue, 31 Aug 2004 16:12:32 GMT

Before considering the Yamaha over the Honda, compare:
Honda EU1000i, 28.6 lbs, 900 continous watts, 2479 cubic inches, 52-57 db noise.

Yamaha EF1000, 55 lbs, 850 continous watts, 2592 cubic inches, 2 yr warranty, 58 db noise (no mention of plasic design-rust).

In my opinion, the weight is the biggie, simple choice.

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Norm Perron, Hull #600/2 cabin, Aphrodisiac,...

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (jbmason) — Tue, 31 Aug 2004 15:32:42 GMT

I am now convinced that I must have one. Guests will be able to flush the electric head untiI the tank fills with water, the head over flows and the shower sump runs until it burns out! But I will have plenty of juice without the added weight of extra batteries.

I am looking at the Honda EU1000 at $645 or the similar Yamaha spec and the same price. The Yamaha is only a wee bit smaller and lighter and reports a lower db with similar specs.

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (Dave Bolding) — Tue, 31 Aug 2004 11:10:07 GMT

We just returned from being on the boat for 11 days and having the Honda 2000 on board made everybody very happy!! 6 days at the Isthmus, 2 days in Avalon and 2 days in Alamitos Bay. The return trip back to Ventura was a 12 hour beat in to the wind. Thanks again to everybody's input about the generator. Looking forward to many carefree days on the hook on Santa Cruz with the hum of the Honda.

Dave Bolding, #462/2 cabin, Main Squeeze, Ventura CA

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (CaptNorm42) — Wed, 25 Aug 2004 15:19:07 GMT

I hate to beat a dead horse, but got an email with a few questions on this rectifier. Below are the questions (in << >>) and my answer, just in case someone has similar questions.

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Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (dbnonsense) — Mon, 23 Aug 2004 10:06:33 GMT
Test completed; Tried our new Honda EUi1000 out over the weekend. Put out 40+ Amps from the start, after we let the boat run on battery for about 36hrs, including referigeration, fans, lights, etc,etc (did not try to run water heater at the same time)
Dave #810

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (captrick) — Tue, 17 Aug 2004 20:56:46 GMT
Oscar, your best bet is to ask Honda about ability to handle A/C startup surge. My limited experience is startup is at least 2X running current but can be 3-5X depending on type of compressor.

I'm currently installing 2 M-9s using your approach of cooling limited areas of the boat depending on conditions and available power. Based on trying them just lying out on counter, I think 2 M-6s are marginal for sunlight load even for just the salon but would be OK for...

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (andredb) — Tue, 17 Aug 2004 10:48:25 GMT
I have a 3 Cabin. I store the Honda 2000 in the Starboard Lazareete by carefully lowering it and laying it on it's side. I make a point of running it dry.If it is under load and you have planned to only add enough fuel for tha last day's use -it dosn't take that long to run it dry.
Like Norm, I store the fuel can in the swimstep lazarette.
I use an outboard cover that is sold by Defender for about $16-Alot cheaper than the Fancy Honda one-and no name on it so...

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (oscar) — Tue, 17 Aug 2004 05:08:51 GMT

Quote:
one additional question...will the 2000 run a 16000 BTU A/C unit? (assuming that is the only thing that it is running).

That is my big question too, and the buy/no buy sticking point......1800 watts at 110 is 16 amps, enough to run the 11-15 amp AC, but book says startup load is 1.5 to 2 times running load. That would be 16 to 30...

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (CaptNorm42) — Mon, 16 Aug 2004 20:36:57 GMT
I don't know about the 2000, but 1000 fits beautifully on the shelf on the starboard side (2-cabin pulman, Mark II), right next to the steering quadrant. I got the factory camouflage cover for it, very happy with it.
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Norm Perron, Hull #600/2 cabin, Aphrodisiac, Marina del Rey, CA

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (Unregistered(d)) — Sun, 15 Aug 2004 13:57:10 GMT
When not in use where do you store the Honda 2000 for sailing? I have a 2002 centerline birth #809

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (CaptNorm42) — Sun, 15 Aug 2004 07:09:43 GMT
A/C? I have no idea, have no A/C on the boat. EU1000i continous wattage is 900. I expect 2000 to be 1800 watts. I think your biggest problem would be starting up wattage & expect it would not work.
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Norm Perron, Hull #600/2 cabin, Aphrodisiac, Marina del Rey, CA

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (captrick) — Sun, 15 Aug 2004 07:07:00 GMT
I agree with Rod and Norm on the trade between portable gas and installed diesel. Aging boomers need a lot of power to be really comfortable on the boat. Just count the A-hrs going into that blender! If you're cruising, you really need a permanent diesel install that can run underway and on anchor. I think a DC gen makes sense since the primary job is battery charging and secondary requirement for AC can be supplied by inverter. I have a semi-custom Nextgen in the engine compartment. But the...

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (rads1) — Sun, 15 Aug 2004 04:16:20 GMT
Thanks for the response on the gas fumes and storage. one additional question...will the 2000 run a 16000 BTU A/C unit? (assuming that is the only thing that it is running).

Mark
S/V Merlin
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Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (CaptNorm42) — Sat, 14 Aug 2004 11:30:42 GMT
I agree with Rod--we all have different requirements for power. I spend 9 days or less at a time, usually 3-4-5 days. Honda is perfect for my needs. I don't mind bringing it up forward and hear a bit of noise & a bit of vibration. Besides, it makes my wife happy, worth it's weight in gold.

I also feel if you're cruising & use it a lot, then a below deck permanent install is great. MUCH-MUCH bigger install job, much more costly, takes more space (than...

Re: Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (CaptNorm42) — Sat, 14 Aug 2004 11:22:08 GMT
Gas below could be a big problem. I do like Andre DB, try very hard to run the generator dry before stowing. I trust the gas cap is air tight (after closing the vent), so figure it is safe stowing below aftre running it as dry as possible. Btw, that also reduces potential varnish in the carburator.

Then there's the issue of storing the gas. This is one time I wish I had a 4-cycle outboard (no need to mix 50-1 oil). I just store pure gas in the starboard...

Honda 2000 Generator

feeds@yuku.com (Dave Bolding) — Wed, 11 Aug 2004 12:07:43 GMT
On a 1995 42 Catalina with a Freedom 20 inverter/charger, will the honda 2000 gererator charge the batteries if adapted to the shore power inlet? I'm getting conflicting answers. I would like to hear from someone thats doing it or who has tried. The tech at Xantrex says no. He said the minumum generator was a 6.5 kw. However, I remember in the old forum somebody was doing it with no problems.

Dave Bolding, #462/2 cabin, Main...